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How do I create a high quality Personal Avatar?

Learn how to record high-quality footage for your personal avatar in Synthesia. Follow these best practices to avoid common issues and ensure your avatar looks and sounds its best

Written by Chloe

What to wear and how to prepare

  • Keep your mouth visible: Avoid face masks or anything that covers your mouth.

  • No distractions near your face: Steer clear of patterned clothing or accessories around your neck or jaw—these can distort the avatar.

  • Plain clothes work best: Solid colors are ideal, especially around the face and neck.

  • Glasses? Watch for glare: If you wear glasses, try to position your lighting to avoid reflections during recording.


Tips for a smooth recording

  • Hands off the face: Keep your hands away from your mouth while recording.

  • Keep your background simple: Avoid busy visuals, especially near your head and shoulders. No people, posters, or portraits in view.

  • Lighting is key: A clear, well-lit face helps our system capture your features accurately.

  • Avoid overacting: Exaggerated facial expressions can cause distortions—just speak naturally.

  • Both eyes visible: Even if recording at a slight angle, make sure both eyes can be seen.


If you’re uploading footage

  • Record in one take: Upload a single, continuous video. Please don’t stitch together multiple clips.

  • Mind your framing: Your face should be comfortably framed—not too close to the camera.

  • Only your voice: Make sure no other voices are present in the recording.


Voice capture tips

  • Speak clearly and naturally: This ensures we capture your voice correctly, whether you're using it now or saving it for future features.


💬 FAQs

Can I film my Personal Avatar from an angle?

Yes, you can film your personal avatar from different angles. While it is recommended, you do not need to film with a front facing camera angle.


What's next?

💡 Now you've got your Personal Avatar, look at creating a template to give your video a little more personalization.

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